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Sun falls just short vs Wimbledon finalist
Kiwi tennis pro Lulu Sun been beaten in the second round of the WTA 1000 Montreal tournament but only after taking Wimbledon finalist Amanda Anisimova to a second set tiebreak
Jul 31


Phoenix Women hire controversial coach
The former head coach of Canada's football team who was banned for her role in the drone spying scandal at the Paris Olympics has been named as coach of the Phoenix women's team.
Jul 30


Silver Ferns to play five tests in northern tour
The Silver Ferns will play five tests later this year, including a return to Scotland for the first time in over a decade, as key preparation for next year’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Jul 30


Lulu Sun advances at WTA 1000 Montreal
New Zealand's Lulu Sun has won her first round match at the WTA 1000 Montreal tournament in Canada, defeating two-time Grand Slam quarterfinalist Sorana Cirstea 6-3 7-5.
Jul 29


Ally Wollaston on Grand Tour podium
New Zealand cyclist Ally Wollaston has claimed another Grand Tour podium finishing third on stage three of the women's Tour de France.
Jul 29


Football teens Kirk, Dunn on US scholarships
Two Western Springs AFC teenagers have taken up football scholarships in the United States after long-time association with the club throughout their young careers.
Jul 28


Tactix claim maiden ANZ Premiership title
The Tactix have upset predictions to defeat defending champion Mystics 58-46 at The Trusts Arena in Auckland to win their first ANZ Premiership title.
Jul 27


Black Ferns XV beat Springbok Women
The Springbok Women have delivered a gutsy performance in Cape Town, pushing the Black Ferns XV to the brink in an entertaining encounter.
Jul 27


No room for Tui in Black Ferns World Cup squad
The Black Ferns squad for World Cup in England has been named by coach All Bunting to defend their title with only one surprise.
Jul 25


Mystics chase record v Tactix in netball final
Plenty on the line as the Mystics hots the Tactix in the ANZ Premiership Grand Final in Auckland with records at the fingertips of the defending champs.
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Jul 24


Jaber sticking with Wellington Phoenix
Lebanon international Tiana Jaber believes the Wellington Phoenix provides the best environment for her to continue to grow as a footballer.
Jul 23


Netball NZ to allow overseas Silver Ferns
Netball NZ paves the way for more players to compete overseas and maintain Silver Ferns eligibility.
Jul 23


Silver Ferns captain Ekenasio out for 2025
Silver Ferns captain Ameliaranne Ekenasio has confirmed she will be navailable for the 2025 international netball season, stepping back from the national side after more than a decade at the top of the game.
Jul 22


Tactix beat Pulse, seal place in grand final
Strong fourth quarter takes Mainland Tactix into their third ANZ Premiership grand final against Mystics.
Jul 21


Diamond League win for vaulter McTaggart
New Zealand’s Olivia McTaggart has won the women’s pole vault at the London Diamond League, her first success at this level.
Jul 20


Tall Ferns fifth at FIBA Women's Asia Cup
Tall Ferns rewarded in the form of a 78-71 victory over the Philippines to finish fifth in the FIBA Women's Asia Cup.
Jul 20


Tall Ferns first half not enough against Japan
The Tall Ferns have missed out on a semifinal spot at the 2025 FIBA Women's Asia Cup in Shenzhen, China.
Jul 19


Phoenix Women add to global recruitment
The Phoenix have secured the signature of Nepal women’s captain Sabitra Bhandari for the next two A-League seasons.
Jul 17


Tall Ferns beaten by China at FIBA Asia Cup
The Tall Ferns have been well-beaten by tournament favourites China 85-51 at the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup in Shenzhen.
Jul 17


Football Fern stays at Nix for 2025-26 season
Football Fern Grace Jale has re-signed with the Phoenix for the 2025-26 A-League season, following fellow forward Emma Main and centre back Mackenzie Barry in extending her stay in Wellington.
Jul 16
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